Morur Bit 1 - Sankari, Salem
Morur Bit 1 is a village situated in the Sankari taluka of Salem district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sankari and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Salem. Morur East serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morur Bit 1 village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morur Bit 1 is 633949. The village covers a total geographical area of 2100.8 hectares and falls under the 637302 pincode. Sankari is the nearest town.
Morur Bit 1 village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sankari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Namakkal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morur Bit 1
As per Census 2011, Morur Bit 1 village has a total population of 9,568 people, consisting of 4,847 males and 4,721 females. The village has 2,739 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 829 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,386 literate and 3,182 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,135 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morur Bit 1 are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,568 | 4,847 | 4,721 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 829 | 452 | 377 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,135 | 1,607 | 1,528 |
| Literate Population | 6,386 | 3,635 | 2,751 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,182 | 1,212 | 1,970 |
Nearby Villages of Morur Bit 1
Morur Bit 1 is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Karuveppampatti | South-West | 3.09 km |
| Rajapalayam | South-East | 3.70 km |
| Modamangalam | West | 4.84 km |
| Sanniyasipatti Ag. | West | 5.08 km |
| Annadanapatti | North-East | 5.15 km |
| Karuppagoundampalayam | East | 5.47 km |
| Aiveli | North | 6.02 km |
| 58 Kailasampalayam | South-East | 6.08 km |
| Chinnathambipalayam | East | 6.14 km |
| Neikkarappatti | South-East | 6.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morur Bit 1
Morur Bit 1 is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sankaridurg, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Salem to Morur Bit 1 is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morur Bit 1
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morur Bit 1 village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Morur Bit 1
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morur Bit 1 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Morur Bit 1
Where is Morur Bit 1 located?
Morur Bit 1 village is located in Sankari Taluka, Salem district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morur Bit 1?
The Gram Panchayat of Morur Bit 1 is Morur East.
What is the pincode of Morur Bit 1?
The pincode of Morur Bit 1 is 637302.
What is the population of Morur Bit 1?
Morur Bit 1 has a total population of 9,568, including 4,847 males and 4,721 females.
How many households are there in Morur Bit 1?
There are 2,739 households in Morur Bit 1.
What is the literacy rate in Morur Bit 1?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morur Bit 1 is 66.74%. Male literacy is 74.99% and female literacy is 58.27%.